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SH51 XEM

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

131,055 mi
Last recorded131,055 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2010
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH51 XEM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2010 131,055 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 109,857 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 75,002 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 5 Dec 2007 74,993 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 56,303 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 49,319 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Megane?

Based on 7,306,346 MOT tests across 596,780 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
596,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 358,622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 210,535
Registration plate lamp not working 191,357
position lamp(s) not working 180,297
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 159,959
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SH51 XEM is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 71,451 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Megane fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SH51 XEM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SH51 XEM?

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What year was SH51 XEM registered?

SH51 XEM is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 December 2001.

Is SH51 XEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH51 XEM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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